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Application
This Graduate Training Program is a two-semester internship that includes fall and spring semesters (August through May). The Student Counseling Center (SCC) will only consider applicants who specify interest and availability for the fall and spring semesters. The application deadline for our Fall 2026-2027 cohort is Wednesday, May 6th, 2026.
Eligibility
- Committed to Fall & Spring semesters (See Program Requirements for more schedule information.)
- Must be enrolled in a Master’s or Doctoral Program in a counseling related field in the state of Texas.
- Must have a minimum of one semester of clinical practicum experience by their start date in August.
How to Apply
Complete the Graduate Trainee Application. Required materials include:
- Resume or CV (Please include relevant clinical practicum experience)
- Three professional references (one reference must be either a current or last clinical supervisor)
Program Requirements
Orientation: All graduate trainees are required to complete an orientation program before the beginning of the fall semester. The program will be 2-3 days in mid-August, usually the week before the Academic semester starts, and will focus on introducing the policies and procedures of the Student Counseling Center at TAMUSA.
Required Days and Times: The Student Counseling Center (SCC) requires a full academic year commitment (Fall and Spring Semester). The SCC also requires a minimum of 20 hours per week. This time includes direct service hours, clinical documentation/administrative responsibilities, and clinical supervision obligations. We are open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-12 p.m, and 1 p.m.- 5 p.m. Graduate Trainees will have some flexibility in the days/times they are present in the Student Counseling Center, except for Wednesdays from 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. for Case Consultation, Staff Meeting, and any other relevant trainings.
Training Activities & Philosophy
Activities
- Individual supervision
- Group supervision/Case Consultation
- Individual Therapy
- Group Therapy
- Initial appointments
- Educational Outreach
- Professional Development/In-Service training
- Clinical case presentations
Training Philosophy
SCC staff are deeply committed, professionally and ethically, to the fields of Counseling, Psychology, and Social work. An essential outgrowth of this professional identification is a strong commitment to the preparation of skilled counselors and social workers. The Student Counseling Center adopts a practitioner-scholar model of training in which trainees of all levels are expected to think critically and utilize current research in the provision of mental health services. The training of students occurs within an environment that recognizes the unique developmental needs of each individual as well as the professional identity of the discipline in which the student is being trained (e.g., counseling and social work).
While most training occurs in supervision, consultation, and service delivery, trainees also participate in in-service training, case consultations, and other professional activities to complement their training and prepare them for entry-level positions as mental health service providers. Because the staff believes that personal development and maturity are cornerstones of professional competence and identity, every effort is made to provide a supportive environment that will model and attend to personal growth.
SCC provides a wide range of mental health services to a diverse clientele, making it an excellent setting for the practical training of counselors and social workers. To benefit from this experience, the trainee must possess adequate skills in the professions of counseling, psychology, and social work and be prepared to integrate the theoretical and applied aspects of the science and art of the profession(s). This collaborative atmosphere is an essential trademark of the center's training philosophy. All professional and support staff endeavor to make the trainees feel they are members of this professional team.
GT Stipends
The SCC recognizes the time and financial commitment of participating in a two-semester internship experience with our clinic and is pleased to offer monetary support to our Graduate Trainees. The stipend amount total is $1500.00 and is distributed in two installments ($750.00 per academic semester, fall and spring). Graduate Trainees are required to complete a full academic semester in our clinic before monies are distributed.
Our Program in Action
Trainee Testimonials
"The opportunities provided to develop my clinical skills is definitely a strength of this practicum site. I was challenged not only in individual therapy, but also group therapy, and case consultations.”
“I very much enjoyed the types of clients I was assigned and I was glad that there was a variety."
“This [small group case consultation] was definitely my favorite of the meetings we had. It is really valuable to get everyone’s ideas on how they work with clients. It has also been helpful to understand how others implement other ways of working. As a graduate trainee it felt like a great refresher on other theoretical orientations.”
“I had such a great experience at the SCC. I think it’s important to highlight how organized the program was and how helpful it has been.”